The former French winger believes the Welshman may find life more difficult if he moves to a club with more key players and urges Spurs to keep hold of their "best asset"

EXCLUSIVEBy Sam Lee

Former Tottenham midfielder David Ginola believes that Gareth Bale should enjoy being the main man at White Hart Lane.

Rumours surrounding Bale's future have intensified of late, with Marca persisting with their claim that he has asked to leave Spurs in order to join Real Madrid this summer.

But the Frenchman, who was the star attraction during his three years in north London, argues that moving to a club with more key players would provide a tough challenge for the Welshman.

"It's a big expectation on his shoulders, he knows that and I think he likes it," Ginola told Goal. "When you have got responsibility and people relying on you, you're giving so much back, so I think he'll welcome that and want to help out as much as he can.

"It's an opportunity for Asian fans to see the players, the teams, and also for the players from Manchester City, Sunderland, Tottenham to have a bit of a test, play pre-season friendlies, to play against each other," he added.

"The Barclays Asia Trophy is interesting because it's not far away from the start of the season. Two games, training - the weather is not fantastic; it's typhoon season - but it's cool for the players because it's not that warm so they can enjoy Asian life."

David Ginola was speaking as Barclays ambassador for the 2013 Barclays Asia Trophy in Hong Kong. For latest news and updates throughout the week, please visit www.facebook.com/BarclaysFootball